Indications : Uva Ursi has a specific antiseptic and astringent effect upon the membranes of the urinary
system. It will generally soothe, tone and strengthen them. It is specifically used where there is gravel or ulceration in the kidney or bladder. It may be used in the treatment of infections such aspyelitis and cystitis or as part of a holistic approach to more chronic kidney problems. It has a useful role to play in the treatment of gravel or a calculus in the kidney. With its high astringency it is used in some forms of bedwetting. As a douche it may be
helpful in vaginal ulceration and infection.

Ellingwood gives the following specific symptomatolgy: "Its direct influence is upon relaxed conditions of the bladder walls, to which it imparts tone and induces normal contraction. It restrains excessive mucous discharges. "He recommends for these indications: " ulceration of the bladder, cystitis, pyelitis, pyelonephritis, gonorrhea."

Combinations : Uva Ursi may be combined
with Couchgrass and Yarrow for infections of the urinary tract.

Preparations & Dosage : Infusion: pour a cup of boiling water onto l-2 teaspoonfuls of the dried leaves and let infuse for l0-l5 minutes. This should be drunk three times a day. Tincture: take 2-4ml of the tincture three times a day.

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